News: agriculture
Wild barley reveals drought tolerant traits that could improve elite cultivars
Scientists discover wild barley genes that could be used to improve drought tolerance in barley, the second most important cereal crop in Australia.
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On top of the world: Sciences research ranks high in ERA results
Science research at the University of Adelaide has reached new heights according to the 2018 Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) results released this week.
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Australia’s drought could be increasing Q fever risk, but there are ways we can protect ourselves
With several hundred cases diagnosed each year, Australia has one of the highest rates of Q fever worldwide.
Plant & Food Research boost at Waite campus
A new industry partner at Waite campus is set to boost research and innovation in South Australia’s horticulture and agri-food sectors.
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Scientists buzzing after new bee discoveries
South Australian scientists including a bee expert from the University of Adelaide, have discovered 26 new species of native Australian bees.
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Plants vs ants: who will survive the climate change challenge?
We are increasingly observing the impact of climate change on biodiversity, but will ants or plants win out?
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Plant scientists discover new complex carbohydrate in barley
The first new complex carbohydrate of its kind to be discovered in barley in more than 30 years has potential applications in food, medicine and cosmetics.
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Future science graduates to help solve food waste crisis
Study science and help fix Australia’s $20 billion food waste crisis.
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Medical cannabis ambitions boosted for agriculture entrepreneurs
The medical innovations of two agricultural science students has resulted in eChallenge success
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Waite campus to host food science and technology summer school
An opportunity for food science, nutrition and agriculture students to learn and connect with the Australian food industry.
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